Submissions: I’m always on the look out for new artists so please do get in touch.

The top things I look for in a portfolio are:

• engaging and believable characters

• characters with a good range of expressions and poses

• a contemporary artwork style with a good colour palette

I only commission a small number of books, but if I like what I see, I always share submissions with other art directors and try to place the work where I can. Many submission aren’t suitable for the lists that I commission. Whilst it’s fun to see the different varieties of work, it pays to do a little bit of research first and to target the right home for your work. Visit your local bookshop or library to see the kind of books you like, and see how your work sits alongside them. Look at who publishes these books and maybe target those publishers.

* Please note I’m not able to reply to all submissions, but I really enjoy seeing your work. Thank you.

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